Technical Director (Building Materials)

VASA TECH MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Pluit; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials company in Indonesia seeks an experienced Technical Director to lead technical evaluations and product development. The role requires expertise in mortar and waterproofing materials, strong analytical skills, and the ability to oversee quality control in OEM manufacturing. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the industry and possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within Southeast Asia.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Expatriate package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical experience in construction materials.
• Hands-on experience with formulations and construction material testing.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluations and product localization.
• Provide technical training to sales teams and distributors.
• Oversee production quality for OEM/contract manufacturing plants.

Skills

Technical experience in mortar and powder

Waterproofing materials

Adhesives and coatings

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or related fields

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly experienced Technical Director / Chief Technical Engineer with deep expertise in mortar and powder, waterproofing materials, coatings, adhesives, and related construction materials. The role is responsible for providing technical leadership across product development, application guidance, quality improvement, and technical enablement for overseas sales teams and distributors.

This position plays a critical role in supporting our expansion in Southeast Asia by ensuring product competitiveness, technical excellence, and localized adaptation.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Product Development

• Lead technical evaluations and product localization for mortar and powder, waterproofing materials, tile adhesives, skim coat, grouts, and other building materials.
• Collaborate with R&D centers in China to adjust formulas for different climate conditions, substrates, and construction habits in Southeast Asia.
• Conduct product performance testing, material selection, and continuous optimization.

Technical Enablement & Sales Support

• Provide technical training to sales teams, distributors, and key customers on product features, application methods, and competitive advantages.
• Develop technical manuals, application guides, training materials, onsite demo processes, and troubleshooting SOPs.
• Join major customer visits to provide technical consultation, solution design, and convince clients through technical expertise.
• Offer pre‑sales and after‑sales technical support for large projects, contractors, and construction companies.

Quality Control & Project Management

• Oversee production quality for OEM/contract manufacturing plants; ensure all products meet company standards.
• Support plant audits, raw material assessments, and formulation adjustments on‑site.
• Work with QC teams to analyze product failures, complaint cases, and propose corrective actions.

Market & Competitor Analysis

• Study market requirements, construction standards, and competitor products in SEA markets.
• Provide technical insights to help optimize product positioning, pricing, and sales strategies.
• Evaluate industry trends and emerging technologies in mortar and waterproofing materials.

Requirements

Professional Background

• 5+ years of technical experience in mortar and powder, waterproofing materials, adhesives, coatings, or similar building materials.
• Hands‑on experience with formulations, onsite application, QC processes, and construction material testing.
• Experience in Southeast Asia markets is a strong advantage.
• Past experience in technical centers, labs, or senior application engineering roles preferred.

Technical Skills

Deep knowledge of:

• Mortar and powder formulations (plaster, skim coat, putty, tile adhesives, grouts, etc.)
• Waterproofing membranes, coatings, polymer‑modified materials
• Construction substrates, climate impact, surface treatment
• Material testing standards (ASTM, EN, JIS, local SEA standards)

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and product optimization skills.

Leadership & Communication

• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills, able to train and lead teams across multiple countries.
• Ability to work with both technical and commercial teams; bridge R&D with sales.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in fast‑growing overseas markets.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related fields.

Languages

• Proficiency in English is required; Bahasa Indonesia.
• Chinese proficiency is an advantage but not mandatory.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and expatriate package (if applicable).
• Opportunity to lead technical strategy across multiple Southeast Asian markets.
• Strong support from China HQ and regional technical resources.
• Clear career development path within a rapidly expanding international business.